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Walker, Robert Sparks
1878
1960
The Chickamauga Dam and its environs
$aChattanooga, TN :$bAndrews Printing Company, $c1949.
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"The Chickamauga Dam and its environs" by Robert Sparks Walker is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The book chronicles the construction of the Chickamauga Dam and its impact on the surrounding landscape and communities, intertwining engineering details with local history, particularly focusing on the interactions between the indigenous Cherokee nation and white settlers. In the text, Walker delves into the geographical features of the Chickamauga Lake and the dam itself, providing detailed descriptions of its structures and the engineering achievements involved in its construction. He also narrates the historical significance of the region, referencing the Cherokee people's legacy, including specific figures like Chief John Jolly, and the impact of the dam on local villages such as Dallas and Harrison, which were submerged during the creation of the lake. The author connects these historical elements to larger themes such as the displacement of Native American communities and the transformation of the landscape due to industrial progress. Throughout the book, the author reflects on the beauty of the lake and its surroundings, suggesting a deep appreciation for both history and nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Chickamauga Dam (Tenn.)
Tennessee River Valley
Chattanooga (Tenn.) -- History
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Category: History - American
Category: Engineering & Technology
Category: Environmental Issues
Category: Archaeology & Anthropology
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